Bacalao a la Plancha
This simple Spanish dish features tender, flaky cod fillets seared to perfection. Served with a vibrant garlic and parsley oil, it's a quick and flavorful meal that highlights the natural taste of the fish. Prepare it for a light yet satisfying dinner.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 25 min
- Serves
- 2
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 259 kcal
Allergen information: may contain fish. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 300 gcod fillet, skin on or off, descaled, boneless
- 2 tbspolive oil
- 2 clovegarlic, finely minced
- 2 tbspfresh parsley, finely chopped
- 0.5 pcslemon, cut into wedges
- 1 pinchsalt
- 1 pinchblack pepper, freshly ground
Equipment
large skillet · spatula · knife · cutting board · small bowl
The method
Step by step
- 1
Pat the cod fillets dry thoroughly with paper towels; this helps achieve a crispier sear.
About 2 min
- 2
Season both sides of the cod fillets generously with salt and black pepper.
About 1 min
- 3
Heat a large non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat.
About 2 min
- 4
Once the pan is hot, add the olive oil.
- 5
Carefully place the cod fillets, skin-side down if applicable, into the hot pan.
Cook’s note: Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
- 6
Sear for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown, then carefully flip the fillets.
About 4 min
Cook’s note: Do not move the fish during this time to allow a good crust to form.
- 7
Cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
- 8
While the fish is searing, in a small bowl, combine the minced garlic and chopped fresh parsley with a drizzle of olive oil to create a simple dressing.
About 2 min
- 9
Transfer the cooked cod fillets to individual serving plates.
- 10
Spoon the garlic and parsley oil over each fillet.
- 11
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 258.7kcal
- Protein
- 27.7g
- Carbs
- 4.4g
- Fat
- 14.7g
- Fibre
- 1.1g
- Sugar
- 0.8g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store any leftover cod in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Gently reheat in a pan over low heat or in the oven at 150°C (300°F) until just warmed through to prevent drying out.
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